Decoding TV

By Decoding TV

David Chen and Patrick Klepek discuss everything going on in the world of TV, with recaps and reviews of the most interesting shows on the air.

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July 01, 2026Ep. 118 - Is 'The Bear' Season 5 Worth One Final Visit? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E02 Is When The Show Locks In)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of The Bear and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch.
Why aren’t as many people watching this season of House of the Dragon? What’s going to happen after Comcast splits off its NBCUniversal wing? And should Netflix use the re-animated voice of Gene Wilder to promote its latest show? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.
Homework for next week:
Show of the Week: Silo Season 3 (Apple TV)
Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 3 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):
04:13 - Show of the Week
The Bear Season 5
46:08 - TV News
Comcast splits NBC Universal and Cable Operations into two companies
HOTD ratings: 21.5 million viewers, down slightly from season 2
AI in the News:
Wonka commercial
1000 people sign a letter against studios
Jack Quaid joins Invincible as Prime Video reveals early season 6 renewal
1:04:48 - Dark Matter
Episode 2 - Trip of a Lifetime
Links:
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1h 35min
June 25, 2026Ep. 117 - 'HOTD' Season 3 Still Brings the Spectacle (Plus: We Kick Off Our 'Dark Matter' Season 1 Rewatch!)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of House of the Dragon and begin their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch.
Are we the only people who are kinda lost with who’s who in this season’s House of the Dragon? Was The Boroughs cancelled because the Duffer Brothers are personas non grata at Netflix? And what did we think of the series premiere of Dark Matter? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.
Homework for next week:
Show of the Week: The Bear (Hulu)
Dark Matter Rewatch: Dark Matter Season 1 Episode 2 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):
04:13 - Show of the Week
House of the Dragon Season 3 premiere
32:30 - TV News
The Buroughs has been canceled
48:40 - Dark Matter
Episode 1 - Are You Happy In Your Life
Links:
Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers
Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio
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1h 28min
June 22, 2026Bonus Ep: What Made 'Spider-Noir' Work
In this Decoding TV bonus episode, David and @joyofnapping discuss the first season of Spider-Noir on Prime Video. What made the show work? What were its strongest elements? And did Nicolas Cage make for a convincing Spider-Man? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.
Links:

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25min
June 17, 2026Bonus Ep: Did 'Widow's Bay' Season 1 Stick The Landing?
In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on the season 1 finale of Widow’s Bay. What were some of the biggest surprises from the episode? Where does this show leave us as we start thinking about season 2? And was this a worthy ending to one of the best shows on TV this year? Listen to hear us discuss these questions and more.
Links:

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27min
June 15, 2026Ep. 116 - Does Apple TV's 'Cape Fear' Have Anything New To Say?
NOTE: Next week’s episode will come out later than usual, although we will try to have some bonus episodes fill the void. Stay tuned!
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of Cape Fear on Apple TV.
Are we excited for another season of Widow’s Bay? What was it like to watch a UFC fight in front of the White House? And is society too woke for The Office? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.
Homework for next week:
Show of the Week: House of the Dragon (Prime Video)
Dark Matter Rewatch: Dark Matter Season 1 Episode 1 (Apple TV)
Bonus Eps (hopefully!):
Maternal Instinct (Netflix)
Spider-Noir (Prime Video)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):
05:13 - TV News
Widow’s Bay renewed for season 2
Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion
Justice Department approves Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros.
UFC fight
Scott Pelley goes scorched earth
Bari Weiss poised to oversee CNN
Society is too woke for the Office
54:00 - Show of the Week
Apple TV’s Cape Fear
Links:
Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers
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1h 25min
June 10, 2026 Bonus Ep: Netflix's 'Michael Jackson: The Verdict' Was Sorely Needed (feat. Christie Boschman and Alex Biron)
In this bonus episode of Decoding TV, David chats with Christie Boschman (AKA @thatdocumentarygirl) and Alex Biron about the new Netflix documentary Michael Jackson: The Verdict. How did we feel about the manner in which this documentary approached its subject matter? What has been the online reaction to the film? And why is it so hard to talk about Michael Jackson right now? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.
Check out Christie and Alex’s podcast, Bonus Features. Follow Decoding TV on Instagram and Tiktok to get highlights of our episodes.
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44min
June 08, 2026 Bonus Ep: Breaking Down the Ending of 'Half Man' (feat. BJ Colangelo)
Note: There won’t be a normal podcast episode this week. Instead, please enjoy this spoiler-filled breakdown of the Half Man ending. We’ll still do a Widow’s Bay bonus episode later in the week for paid subscribers.

In this bonus episode, BJ Colangelo joins Decoding TV to discuss the ending of Half Man. Was the journey of this show worth it? How did the show play with the viewer’s loyalties? And what did we make of the enigmatic ending? Listen to hear all our answers to these questions and more.

Be sure to listen to BJ’s podcast This Ends at Prom and follow her on Threads.
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49min
June 01, 2026Ep. 115 - Can Nicolas Cage Play a Convincing Spider-Man in 'Spider-Noir'? (Plus: The 'Euphoria' Series Finale Was a Disaster)
NOTE: We’re considering doing a weekly (re)watch of Dark Matter season 1 in the lead-up to the season 2 premiere at the end of August. Would you support this? If so, let us know at decodingtv(at)gmail(dot)com.

In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the Prime Video series Spider-Noir.

How much longer are we having to wait between seasons for TV shows these days? What the hell is going on at 60 Minutes? And will consumers ever be okay with Generative AI TV shows? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.
Homework for next week:
Show of the Week (in two weeks): Cape Fear (Apple TV)
Half Man season finale (HBO Max)
Bonus Ep: Widow’s Bay ep 8 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):
06:30 - Show of the Week
Spider-Noir
26:25 - TV News
Fans must wait longer for TV shows
Jorge Gutierrez drops plans for Amazon AI series
CBS says Byron Allen will be profitable
The Guardian’s withering review: Ratings down 87% since
Bloodbath at 60 Minutes
17-year old senior Santiago Campos’s speech
57:00 - Euphoria Season 3
Episode 8 - In God We Trust
Links:
Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers
Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio
Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay
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1h 41min
May 28, 2026Bonus Ep: 'Widow's Bay' Eps. 6-7 Make for a Great Diptych
Thanks for your suggestions to cover Widow’s Bay! While we didn’t cover this show from the beginning, we’ll try to release podcasts about the remaining episodes of the season.
In this bonus Decoding TV episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on the latest episodes of Widow’s Bay. What did we make of the sixth episode’s period piece? And how did it connect with the seventh film? Listen to hear us discuss these questions and more.
Links:
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36min
May 26, 2026Ep. 114 - Why 'The Buroughs' Feels Magical (Plus: The Stupid Decisions of 'Euphoria' S3E07)
In this episode of Decoding TV, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episode of Euphoria and the Netflix series The Buroughs.
What did we think of Stephen Colbert’s final Late Show? Why do we think Jackass is a sign of positive masculinity? What are our thoughts on the new trailer for Vought Rising? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.
Homework for next week:
Show of the Week: Spider-Noir (Prime Video)
Euphoria season 3 episode 8 (HBO Max)
Bonus Ep: Widow’s Bay eps 6-7 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):
06:30 - Show of the Week
Netflix’s The Buroughs
26:15 - TV News
Stephen Colbert’s last show
Stephen Colbert’s Monroe Michigan broadcast
Late show ratings
Jackass returns to Paramount+
Kalshi and Polymarket are spoiling shows
Vought Rising trailer
1:04:00 - Euphoria Season 3
Episode 7 - Rain or Shine
Links:
Thanks to Michael J Johnson for our Show of the Week and Patrick Finishes the Damn Show audio bumpers
Listen to Patrick’s videogame podcast, Remap Radio
Subscribe to Patrick’s newsletter, Crossplay
Subscribe to this podcast on YouTube
Follow this podcast on Instagram
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Subscribe to David’s free newsletter, Decoding Everything
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1h 36min

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